Description |
xix, 205 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm. |
Series |
How-to-do-it manuals for librarians ; no. 111 |
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How-to-do-it manuals for libraries ; no. 111.
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Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Contents |
Planning for library systems : developing an sustaining a basic technology plan. The underlying importance of planning for first-time systems and system migrations ; Describing existing library services and technology ; Assessing needs and setting priorities ; Writing and updating your strategic technology plan ; Outlining a model two-day process for developing a basic strategic plan ; A planning approach for evaluating and amending your technology plan -- Selecting and implementing integrated library systems. The "new" integrated systems : user expectations and system capabilities ; Identifying options for implementing an integrated system ; Translating needs and priorities into system specifications and a request for proposal ; Evaluating proposals and selecting a system ; Putting your system into place ; Training! Training! Training! -- Planning your in-house collection databases. Undertaking retrospective conversion ; Maintaining the bibliographic database ; Bar coding your collection ; Applying the MARC standard ; Learning about other standards -- Conclusion : planning for the future -- Appendix : working with consultants. |
Summary |
Find out what you should and need to know in this practical guide to planning for today's new technological environment--everything from assessing infrastructure to migrating to new systems. This comprehensive guide is intended for medium and small libraries of all types. Whether installing a system in your school for the first time or replacing one, you'll find invaluable information and techniques for assessing, acquiring, using, and maintaining an automated system. |
Subject |
Integrated library systems (Computer systems) -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Libraries -- Automation -- Planning -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Small libraries -- Automation -- Planning -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Sistemas bibliotecarios integrados (Sistemas automatizados) -- Manuales.
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Added Author |
Kelsey, Ann L.
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Fiels, Keith Michael.
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Other Form: |
Online version: Cohn, John M. Planning for integrated systems and technologies. New York : Neal-Schuman Publishers, c2001 (OCoLC)604392970 |
ISBN |
1555704212 (paperback : alkaline paper) |
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9781555704216 (paperback : alkaline paper) |
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